Hot Rods claim 8-0 shutout victory over South Bend

Published 9:49 pm Saturday, August 5, 2017

Adrian Navas and Greg Maisto combined to pitch a six-hit shutout to lead the Bowling Green Hot Rods to an 8-0 victory Saturday over South Bend (Ind.) at Bowling Green Ballpark.

Navas worked the first six innings, allowing just four hits and a walk while striking out four. Navas got the win, and Maisto pitched the final three innings for his second save of the season.

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Jim Haley paced the Hot Rods’ offense with a pair of hits and four RBIs. Jesus Sanchez added a home run as part of a 2-for-5 night, and Michael Brosseau and Garrett Whitley added two hits each for Bowling Green (57-52).

The Hot Rods return to action Sunday with a 4:05 p.m. home matchup against South Bend.